Helleborus niger
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Plant Profile: Helleborus Niger
Growth Type: Clump-forming perennial herbaceous plant.
Life Cycle: Long-lasting, blooming from late December to early spring.
Height: Reaches 9-12 inches (23-30 cm).
Spread: Expands up to 18-24 inches (46-61 cm).
Flowering Season: Winter/early spring.
Soil Type: Well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
Light Requirements: Prefers partial to full shade.
Form: Mound-like growth habit.
Texture: Dark green, leathery leaves and delicate, waxy bell-shaped flowers.
Hardiness (USDA): Zones 3-8. Hardiness (RHS): Zones H5-H7.
Herreborus niger flower in winter. Through plant breeding new varieties have been produced to flower earlier, starting in Autumn and continuing until Spring.
They can be brought indoors while flowering and make an attractive indoor display over the Christmas period.
Removing the foliage allows on to appreciate the flowers without distraction. Do this in early winter while the plant is starting to bloom.
Ciaran The Gardener 